Chess is in its essence a game, in its form an art and in its execution a science.

If you realise that BJJ is also in comparison a similar organism, ergo different things in different forms, you can logically see the benefits that such a paradigm shift will bring.

This reordering and reframing of how you treat BJJ can help you maximise your potential and push you in new ways. It might seem quite ostentatious to think such a thing, but I’ve seen it too many times where certain mindsets have stunted people’s development and I’m sure you have too. People may be technically proficient but over time are surpassed by those who don’t have certain hang-ups or stumbling blocks that literally cease development beyond a certain point. (more…)